US Export Compliance Specialists

Ocean Freight AES Filing

Pre-vessel filing, Bill of Lading ITN placement, and export data accuracy so ocean shipments sail without compliance friction.

For ocean exports, AES filings must meet vessel-loading deadlines and data accuracy standards — shipments over $2,500 and many controlled items require EEI. AES-Filing.com partners with freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and exporters to submit pre-vessel AES filings, ensure ITNs appear on the Bill of Lading, and manage port-of-export details. Ocean freight AES filing and freight forwarder AES filing.

Why Ocean Freight Requires AES Filing

Ocean freight exports often trigger EEI requirements and strict pre-vessel compliance timing. Missing or late AES filings can result in shipment holds, carrier delays, and CBP penalties.

What We File for Ocean Exporters

Full Container Load (FCL) Exports

Complete container shipments with full AES/EEI compliance and pre-vessel filing.

Less Than Container Load (LCL) Exports

Consolidated shipments with accurate commodity-level EEI reporting.

Break Bulk and Project Cargo

Non-containerized heavy lifts and project cargo requiring specialized AES handling.

Hazardous and Controlled Cargo

AES filing services — hazmat, controlled goods, and dual-use ocean cargo.

How Ocean Freight AES Filing Works

01

Submit Shipment and Booking Details

Share cargo details, port of export, vessel info, and any applicable license data.

02

We File EEI Through AESDirect

AESDirect services — we validate and submit pre-vessel, meeting your carrier's cutoff requirements.

03

ITN Delivered Before Vessel Departure

ITN filing — delivered and ready for Bill of Lading endorsement and port release documentation.

For Freight Forwarders — Platform Access

Batch Filing and API Access

EEI filing — batch upload for high-volume shipments and full API integration.

Dashboard and ITN Tracking

Automated Export System — real-time ITN tracking across all your ocean shipments.

Team Accounts and Permissions

Multi-user accounts with role-based permissions for your entire forwarding team.

Why AES-Filing.com for Ocean Freight Filings

Pre-vessel expertise, deadline-aware filing, and ITN delivery before your vessel sails.

Frequently Asked Questions